Bridge Inspection Team Leader

WSP USA; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader, Senior Structural Engineer to join our Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team in Pennsylvania, with offices in Philadelphia, Exton, Ephrata, Mechanicsburg and Lawrenceville. The role blends field inspection with leadership on bridge and tunnel projects.

You will perform professional structural engineering work, mentor junior engineers, contribute to load ratings, and draft sketches in AutoCAD while coordinating with cross-functional teams to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• NCBI certification current.
• CBSI certification current.
• 5–10 years in bridge, tunnel or related inspection/design.
• Engineer in Training Certification (PE preferred).
• Strong knowledge of structural engineering principles and project applications.
• Ability to perform field work including heights and adverse conditions.
• Ability to lead junior team members.
• Proficient in MS Office; strong technical writing and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team on a variety of inspection projects.
• Lead Bridge, Tunnel & Ancillary inspections as Team Leader.
• Perform professional structural engineering work and inspections.
• Assist in preparation of Bridge & Tunnel Load Ratings.
• Develop plans/sketches using AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on project work.
• Mentor entry-level engineers and develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Support project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations.

Skills

Leadership

Field inspection

Technical writing

Communication skills

Team mentoring

Safety compliance

Driver's license

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer Certification (PE)

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Bridge Inspection Team Leader, Senior Structural Engineer to join our exceptional Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team in Pennsylvania, which includes offices in Philadelphia, PA; Exton, PA; Ephrata, PA; Mechanicsburg, PA; and Lawrenceville, NJ.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is new to people leadership and interested in becoming a Team Leader. At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines.

Be a part of a collaborative team of experts and contribute to projects that help shape our communities and our future.

Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

Your Impact

• Work with our Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team on a variety of inspection related projects.
• Work as a Team Leader on Bridge, Tunnel & Ancillary Inspections.
• Perform professional structural engineering work and inspections.
• Assist in the preparation of Bridge & Tunnel Load Ratings.
• Assist with the development of plans/sketches using AutoCAD.
• Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
• Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, architects, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
• Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
• Support preparation of cost proposals and scope of work documents.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete training on assignment specific tasks.
• Remain current in latest structural engineering techniques and practices.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
• Nationally Certified Bridge Inspector (NCBI) certification through the successful completion of an FHWA approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course (or PennDOT equivalent). Certification must be current.
• Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI) through PennDOT. Certification must be current.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in bridge, tunnel or ancillary inspection or design or other infrastructure related work.
• Engineer in Training Certification (PE Preferred).
• Proficient knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.
• Demonstrated interest in structures, transportation or related field and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
• Physically capable of performing continuous field work, including working at heights and in close quarters; climbing; carrying ladders and gear; working in adverse weather conditions; and working at night; around moving vehicles; etc.
• This position has the potential to work 50% of the time in the field and 50% in the office.
• Successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record check and a valid Driver’s License is required.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members.
• Advanced proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) is required.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel, including potential overnight stays, may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer Certification.
• Successful completion of the NHI Non-Redundant Steel Tension Members (NSTM) course.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD preferred.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• disability
• life
• retirement savings

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.